PH Embassy urges vigilance in Qatar after alleged Israeli strike on Hamas officials

The Philippine Embassy in Qatar advised citizens to remain vigilant after an alleged Israeli strike on Hamas officials in Doha, Qatar.

No Filipino nationals have been directly affected by the incident, according to the Department of Foreign Affairs.

Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, condemned Israel's "reckless criminal attack" and called it a violation of international law.

Hamas stated that five of its members were killed, including the son of its leader and top negotiator, Khalil al-Hayya.

Israel targeted residential buildings housing members of the Political Bureau of Hamas in Doha, according to Qatar's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The embassy urged Filipino nationals to monitor news, follow local authorities' guidance, and stay indoors due to possible road closures and heightened security.

There are nearly 200,000 Filipinos in Qatar, with most residing in Doha.